Antique Art Deco Chinese Natural Jade Jadeite Bead Necklace RARE

Description

View Antique Art Deco Chinese Natural Jade Jadeite Bead Necklace RARE with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Antique Chinese Natural Jade Jadeite Gemstone Bead Silver Clasp Hand Knotted Necklace RARE. Each jadeite jade bead was carefully drilled through the center and strung on a dyed green silk string, the jeweler taking care to double- knot the string between each bead to prevent loss in case of a break. Antique Chinese Natural Jade Jadeite Gemstone Bead Silver Clasp Hand Knotted Necklace RARE Measuring about 26" inches long as a single strand. Diameter: 9 mm to 11 mm Gram Weight: 75.3grams Handmade during the Art Deco era in China Age Circa: Art Deco C. 1920-1940 Chinese export jewelry was highly desirable during the Art Deco era and affordable to only the most wealthy The necklace features many lovely jadeite jade beads with green hues and lighter and darker green inclusions Each jadeite jade bead was carefully drilled through the center and strung on a dyed green silk string, the jeweler taking care to double- knot the string between each bead to prevent loss in case of a break. During this period, Chinese craftsmen were considered by far the best in the world. The rich and wealthy would custom-order a piece through their local jeweler, who would send the design off to China to be made and sent back to Europe. This lengthy process was very expensive, making Chinese export pieces highly desirable, then and now. Would make a fantastic piece to wear, fine addition to a collection, or a lovely gift. The necklace is in excellent condition. Please look at the picture to see the beauty of this necklace. This necklace is in a good used condition and has some fantastic stones all in a good used condition. I have included several photos in hopes to give you the best visual representation of the necklace as possible. Please take a close look at each of these as they are just as important as the written description. If you have any questions please feel free to message me and I will respond as soon as I am able. I'm always happy to combine shipping on multiple purchases whenever possible. Thanks so much for looking and don't forget to check out my other auctions available in my eBay store! Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Necklaces & Pendants.

Primary Material

Jade

Color

Green

Region of Origin

China